Differences and Similarities between the Ibizan Hound and the Japanese Spitz.

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Ibizan Hound Versus Japanese Spitz: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Ibizan Hound and the Japanese Spitz? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Ibizan Hound and the Japanese Spitz better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Ibizan Hound and the Japanese Spitz.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Ibizan Hound and the Japanese Spitz is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Ibizan Hound and for the Japanese Spitz. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Ibizan Hound and the Japanese Spitz.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Ibizan Hound or the Japanese Spitz.

Ibizan Hound versus Japanese Spitz

Ibizan Hound versus Japanese Spitz: Overview

A very important difference between the Ibizan Hound and the Japanese Spitz is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Ibizan Hound is a medium-sized dog while the Japanese Spitz is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Ibizan Hound belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.

On the other hand, the Japanese Spitz belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

Ibizan Hound versus Japanese Spitz: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Ibizan Hound to the Japanese Spitz based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Ibizan Hound and the Japanese Spitz

Factor Ibizan Hound Japanese Spitz
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 5/5 4/5
Life Span 10 to 14 years 10 to 16 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 2/5
Height 22 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder 10 to 16 inches
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 4/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Weight 45 to 50 pounds 11 to 20 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 13.0 years
Price Range No Data $1500 – $2000
Average Price No Data $1600
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Ibizan Hound in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Japanese Spitz. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Ibizan Hound is 84 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Japanese Spitz is 90 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Japanese Spitz is a better pet than the Ibizan Hound. So, you should get the Japanese Spitz!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Ibizan Hound and the Japanese Spitz so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    Ibizan Hound versus Japanese Spitz

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Ibizan Hound and the Japanese Spitz

    Below is a list of where the Ibizan Hound and the Japanese Spitz are most different:

  • Ibizan Hounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold. However, Japanese Spitzs can tolerate cold weather.
  • Ibizan Hounds have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets. However, Japanese Spitzs have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Ibizan Hounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects. However, Japanese Spitzs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    • The Similarities Between the Ibizan Hound and the Japanese Spitz

    The Ibizan Hound and the Japanese Spitz are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Ibizan Hound and the Japanese Spitz are most similar:

  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Japanese Spitz do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Japanese Spitz are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Japanese Spitz do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Japanese Spitz are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Japanese Spitz can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Japanese Spitz are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Japanese Spitz are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Japanese Spitz adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Japanese Spitz are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Japanese Spitz get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Japanese Spitz get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Japanese Spitz are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Japanese Spitz are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Ibizan Hound versus Japanese Spitz

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Ibizan Hound and the Japanese Spitz.

    Ibizan Hounds weigh 45 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Ibizan Hounds are 22 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Japanese Spitzs weigh 11 to 20 pounds when fully grown. Japanese Spitzs are 10 to 16 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Ibizan Hound versus Japanese Spitz

    The lifespan of Ibizan Hounds is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Ibizan Hounds is 12.0 years.

    The lifespan of Japanese Spitzs is between 10 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Japanese Spitzs is 13.0 years.

    Japanese Spitzs live longer than Ibizan Hounds.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Ibizan Hound versus Japanese Spitz

    Ibizan Hounds do not like to be left alone.

    Japanese Spitzs do not like to be left alone.

    Do Ibizan Hounds shed more than Japanese Spitzs?

    Ibizan Hounds shed moderately.

    Japanese Spitzs shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Ibizan Hound or the Japanese Spitz

    Ibizan Hounds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Japanese Spitzs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Ibizan Hound or the Japanese Spitz?

    Ibizan Hounds are very easy to groom.

    Japanese Spitzs are very easy to groom.

    Does the Ibizan Hound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Spitz?

    Ibizan Hounds have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Japanese Spitzs have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Do Ibizan Hounds Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Spitzs?

    Ibizan Hounds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Japanese Spitzs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Ibizan Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Ibizan Hounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Japanese Spitzs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Ibizan Hound vs. Japanese Spitz

    Ibizan Hounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Japanese Spitzs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Ibizan Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Ibizan Hounds can tolerate hot weather.

    Japanese Spitzs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Ibizan Hound or the Japanese Spitz?

    Ibizan Hounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Japanese Spitzs get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Ibizan Hounds good family dogs? What about Japanese Spitzs?

    Ibizan Hounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Japanese Spitzs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Ibizan Hounds and Japanese Spitzs?

    Ibizan Hounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Japanese Spitzs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Ibizan Hound Easier to Train than the Japanese Spitz?

    Ibizan Hounds are fairly easy to train.

    Japanese Spitzs are very easy to train.

    Is the Ibizan Hound Better for Apartment Owners than the Japanese Spitz?

    Ibizan Hounds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Japanese Spitzs adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Ibizan Hound or the Japanese Spitz?

    Ibizan Hounds are OK for new dog owners.

    Japanese Spitzs are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Ibizan Hound

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Ibizan Hound that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Ibizan Hound:

  • Sloughi (79 percent match with Ibizan Hound). Here is our comparison of the Japanese Spitz vs Sloughi.
  • Whippet (86 percent match with Ibizan Hound). Here is our comparison of the Japanese Spitz vs Whippet.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Japanese Spitz

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Japanese Spitz that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Japanese Spitz:

  • Bergamasco Sheepdog (79 percent match with Japanese Spitz). Here is our comparison of the Ibizan Hound vs Bergamasco Sheepdog.
  • Bordoodle (81 percent match with Japanese Spitz). Here is our comparison of the Ibizan Hound vs Bordoodle.
  • Dutch Shepherd (79 percent match with Japanese Spitz). Here is our comparison of the Ibizan Hound vs Dutch Shepherd.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Ibizan Hound and how the Japanese Spitz compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Ibizan Hound and of the Japanese Spitz to other breeds:

    Ibizan Hound Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Ibizan Hound versus Field Spaniel     Ibizan Hound versus Beaglier     Ibizan Hound versus Toy Fox Terrier     Ibizan Hound versus Australian Shepherd     Ibizan Hound versus Bolognese     Ibizan Hound versus Irish Setter     Ibizan Hound versus Cocker Spaniel     Ibizan Hound versus Shichon     Ibizan Hound versus Patterdale Terrier     Ibizan Hound versus Affenpinscher     Ibizan Hound versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Ibizan Hound versus Bearded Collie     Ibizan Hound versus Cane Corso     Ibizan Hound versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Ibizan Hound versus English Cocker Spaniel     Ibizan Hound versus Pomchi     Ibizan Hound versus Biewer Terrier     Ibizan Hound versus Pomsky     Ibizan Hound versus Affenpinscher     Ibizan Hound versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     Ibizan Hound versus Siberian Husky     Ibizan Hound versus Belgian Malinois     Ibizan Hound versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Ibizan Hound versus Field Spaniel     Ibizan Hound versus Chinese Shar-Pei     

    Japanese Spitz Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Japanese Spitz versus Akita     Japanese Spitz versus Border Terrier     Japanese Spitz versus Lowchen     Japanese Spitz versus Goldendoodle     Japanese Spitz versus Border Terrier     Japanese Spitz versus Bluetick Coonhound     Japanese Spitz versus Pharaoh Hound     Japanese Spitz versus Beaglier     Japanese Spitz versus Aussiedoodle     Japanese Spitz versus Spinone Italiano     Japanese Spitz versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Japanese Spitz versus Korean Jindo Dog     Japanese Spitz versus Miniature Poodle     Japanese Spitz versus Pomchi     Japanese Spitz versus Shiloh Shepherd     Japanese Spitz versus Black Mouth Cur     Japanese Spitz versus Karelian Bear Dog     Japanese Spitz versus Pekingese     Japanese Spitz versus Pyredoodle     Japanese Spitz versus Dogo Argentino     Japanese Spitz versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Japanese Spitz versus Havanese     Japanese Spitz versus Scottish Terrier     Japanese Spitz versus Bulldog     Japanese Spitz versus Pomapoo     

    Conclusion: Ibizan Hound versus Japanese Spitz. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Ibizan Hound and the Japanese Spitz better suits you and your family.